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5 ENTRIES FOUND:

1orb

noun \ˈrb\

Definition of ORB

1
: any of the concentric spheres in old astronomy surrounding the earth and carrying the celestial bodies in their revolutions
2
archaic : something circular : circle, orbit
3
: a spherical body; especially : a spherical celestial object
4
: eye
5
: a sphere surmounted by a cross symbolizing kingly power and justice

Examples of ORB

  1. The moon was a silvery orb.
  2. <out of the countless celestial orbs twirling in space, the planet Earth remains the only one we can call home, so perhaps we should take care of it>

Origin of ORB

Middle English, from Middle French orbe, from Latin orbis circle, disk, orb
First Known Use: 15th century

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